What is the differnece between Single peeled and double peeled logs?

LOOKING TO SAVE MONEY ON YOUR RUSTIC LOG HOME ? 

Choose single peel and save about 30 % of your total package price. If you are not in a big hurry, then simply  dry the logs your self, let mother nature do the job for you! Yes ,this is a very viable  and cost saving option, just unload your shipment,stack them, cover them with   the provided timber wrap and let them dry, for  about 3 months . 

Did you know that Maple trees have sap and pine trees have pitch? They are used interchangeably in regards to pine trees however in the log home industry. Just a little useful tidbit.

White pine

DO YOU LIKE THE LOOK OF  a rustic log finish? Then Choose single peel  and save money ! In addition ,with the single peel, that outer layer which removes discoloration and imperfections remains. You are left with   that traditional rustic character that is so reminiscent of the historical log home that we remember from Americas rich past.It is suggested that the  wood can be left after the home is constructed up to weather for about a year, however it should still be protected with a clear coat . We recommend ONE TIME clear, which does not have the UV protection so the sun can do its work, then after apply the protection of your choice.

GREEN APPROVED ♥ NO VOC'S

In fact, here is a log home that was built by PATRIOT LOG HOME BUILDERS  where the logs were left out in the environment longer than they were initially  intended.

Steve Miller home built by PATRIOT LOG HOME BUILDERS

The result  is this wonderful nostalgic look, that only mother nature can achieve with her brilliant paint brush of wind and sun. In fact , Mike Hompertz has had requests on "How can I get that look?"  and have had even asked  from some "Does that cost extra?"

So if you are a stead fast traditionalist,  looking to get back to nature and want to save costs as well, then single peel is the right choice for you.

ONLY $5.66 A LINEAL FOOT!!!

The definitions : (straight from our supplier)

Single peeled:

Logs are sawed and the bark and cambium layer are clean peeled off the log by hand using draw knives.

Note: When fresh/green logs are peeled for the first time the moisture begins to exit the log/timber. During this time tiny droplets of pitch/sap will form on the surface. This will vary in amount from log to log and from the time of the year the log was cut (winter cut logs are preferred as most of the moisture is down in the roots). Once the log completely dries the spots become almost unnoticeable. If a darker stain is applied the spots will not absorb the stain and the log will appear to have light spots initially but in time may darken. Single peeled logs are an option for customers to save some money on their log package by doing there own drying. Once the logs are cut and peeled we spray them with Sta-brite and stack them in bundles with 1” spacers between the logs and lumber wrap the top and one side to block rain and sun.  We then will ship the logs and at that point it is the customer’s responsibility to care for and dry the logs.

DONE BY hand , a skill done with love of the outdoors and all things natural !

these are examples of the knives used to peel the logs.

Double peeled:

Double peeled is where we take the single peeled log when the surface has been dried by natural air or kiln down to around 18% moisture or less and we re-peel the entire surface with draw knives by hand. This method leaves the surface clean  and beautiful.

 Some peeling is done with a power washer by other  log home craftsmen. This is a viable method , however there is something inherently honest  in hand peeling ,  exhibiting  the dedication of  the men who still perform this skill,  by hand, with the traditional tools, that were used  in our  American Heritage since man first pioneered  these lovely United States . A log home is as American as Apple Pie!